Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; North Bloomfield (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in North Bloomfield, OH seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio contact with responding crews.

You will receive incident reports, verify locations, alert units, monitor channels, and document operations to support safe, effective firefighting and rescue efforts. The role may require irregular hours and shift coverage during major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some employers may offer entry-level training.
• Fire dispatch training or certification may be required for certain assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit availability.
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changes in conditions.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when needed.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Map interpretation

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio consoles

Dispatch software

Maps and GIS tools

Job description

County Emergency Communications in North Bloomfield, OH seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio contact with responding crews.

You will receive incident reports, verify locations, alert units, monitor channels, and document operations to support safe, effective firefighting and rescue efforts. The role may require irregular hours and shift coverage during major incidents.